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Driveway security posts for homes in Horsham
Driveway security posts for sites across Horsham and the rest of West Sussex, from the first measurement to the last relaid paving block.
Computer-generated imageHorsham driveway security posts
In the town of Horsham, driveway security posts tend to go in at private parking bays, carports and new-build estate drives. The common types are telescopic posts that retract into the ground, fold-down posts that hinge flat, and removable posts that lift out of a socket.
We work across RH12 and RH13 — Horsham itself and places including Broadbridge Heath, Rudgwick, Warnham and Rusper. Jobs in Horsham can be combined with work in Crawley (7.2 miles), Horley (10.6 miles), Haywards Heath (10.8 miles) and Burgess Hill (11.1 miles) (straight-line distances). It sits roughly 18 miles from Brighton as the crow flies.
Horsham at a glance
- Area
- West Sussex, England
- Highway authority
- West Sussex County Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- the council for Horsham
- Postcodes
- RH12 and RH13
- Guide price
- Typically £405–£895 per post inc VAT; minimum job £415
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Crawley (7.2 mi), Horley (10.6 mi), Haywards Heath (10.8 mi), Burgess Hill (11.1 mi)
Horsham: typical driveway security post prices
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £405–£615 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £555–£755 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £705–£895 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per post, supplied and installed; +6% for South East. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
What Horsham sites use driveway security posts for
Around Horsham, driveway security posts usually solve one of these:
- Drives where a gate would not fit or is not allowed
- Open-plan frontages without gates
- Drives where neighbours or visitors keep parking
What we check first in Horsham
West Sussex County Council is the highway authority covering Horsham's local roads. If any post would stand on adopted highway rather than your land, that consent is the first thing we sort out.
If your site in Horsham is listed or inside a conservation area, check with the local planning authority (the council for Horsham) before choosing a finish — heritage settings often favour cast iron or painted steel over stainless.
Block paving reinstates well because the original blocks can go back; tarmac, resin-bound and imprinted concrete show patching, so we keep cuts tight and positions sensible. We scan and hand-dig before cutting deep for a telescopic cassette.
- In conservation areas or at listed buildings, check with the local planning authority before fitting visible posts.
- If the drive is shared or has a right of way over it, agree positions with the neighbour first.
What happens on site
Cut the surface
Block paving is lifted carefully for reuse; tarmac, concrete or resin is cut neatly to keep the patch as small as possible.
Fit the post
Telescopic cassettes and removable sockets are set flush in concrete with drainage beneath. Fold-down posts are anchored to concrete or a small new pad.
Make good and show you
The surface is reinstated and cleaned. We show you how to lock, lower and raise the post and hand over the keys.
Choosing the right spec
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Removable posts | Lift out of a shallow socket and lock in place. Simple and low cost to fit, but must be stored when out. |
| Keyed-alike locks | Two posts or more can be supplied so one key opens both, which helps households with several cars. |
| Semi-automatic posts | Rise on their own when unlocked and push down to lower. Easier for daily use than lifting a post. |
What moves the price in Horsham
When we price driveway security posts in Horsham, these make the biggest difference:
- Type of post: telescopic, fold-down, removable or semi-automatic
- Drainage for telescopic and semi-automatic cassettes
- Depth available and services under the drive
Keeping them working
Keep a spare key somewhere safe away from the car keys. If the post becomes stiff, deal with it early, because a post that is awkward to use is a post that stops being locked.
For damaged or loose posts in Horsham, repairs and replacements are priced in writing first.
Driveway security posts in Horsham: FAQs
Can you install driveway security posts anywhere in Horsham?
We cover all of Horsham (RH12 and RH13) and the rest of West Sussex. We also work in Crawley, Horley and Haywards Heath.
Do I need consent for driveway security posts on a public footway in Horsham?
The highway authority for local roads in Horsham is West Sussex County Council; motorways and trunk roads sit with National Highways. Driveway security posts on the adopted footway are a matter for the highway authority, so we only install there with its written agreement.
What's a typical price for driveway security posts in Horsham?
In Horsham, typically £405–£895 per post, supplied and installed, including VAT, with a minimum job of £415 plus VAT, using our South East guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Do I need two posts for two cars?
Not always. On a narrow drive where one car parks behind the other, one post at the front may be enough. On a wide drive with cars side by side, two posts are usually needed to block both.
Will fitting a post damage my block paving?
Only a small area is lifted and the original blocks are relaid around the post. Done carefully, the repair is hard to spot. Resin and imprinted drives show patching more.
Driveway security posts in nearby towns
- Crawley (7.2 mi)
- Horley (10.6 mi)
- Haywards Heath (10.8 mi)
- Burgess Hill (11.1 mi)
- Reigate (13.1 mi)
- Redhill (14 mi)